How to Pronounce "promise"
word
/ˈpɹɑməs/
PRAH-muhs
/pɹˈɒmɪs/
PRO-mis
Definition
A 'promise' is when you say you will definitely do something, or you give your word that something will happen. It can be a noun (the thing you say) or a verb (to say it).
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɹɑməs/
British English
/pɹˈɒmɪs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRAH-muhs
UK
PRO-mis
Listen in Context
I promise to help you tomorrow.
She made a promise to call her mother every week.
It's important to keep your promises.
Can you really promise you won’t be late this time?